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REPTATION ACCORDEON [1 record]

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Record 1 1993-10-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Reptiles and Amphibians
CONT

Concertina motion. This motion is somewhat similar to how an earthworm moves. The body of the snake is drawn up into 2 or more curves and then straightened. Snakes may use this motion when they are stalking prey because it enables them to move slowly.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Reptiles et amphibiens
OBS

Reptation: Mode de locomotion de certains animaux dans lequel le corps progresse sur sa face ventrale, par des mouvements d'ensemble.

Spanish

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